Institute Travel Guide
Charleston
Popular places to visit

West Virginia State Capitol Building
West Virginia State Capitol Building is just one of the places to see in Charleston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.

West Virginia State Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at West Virginia State Museum during your trip to Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center during your trip to Charleston. Visit the shops and casinos in this family-friendly area.
Mardi Gras Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mardi Gras Casino during your travels in Cross Lanes? Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Southridge Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Southridge Center during your trip to Charleston. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this relaxing area.
Charleston Town Center
You can do some window-shopping at Charleston Town Center during your trip to Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
Top hotels in Institute

Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
Food looked good but we didn’t eat
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Embassy Suites Charleston
Clean room!
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Charleston Marriott Town Center
Check in and check out were easy. The hotel was very clean.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
For a Holiday week stay. It fit the bill. Is it older yes. Is the gym open no.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Dunbar - Charleston
Clean, good breakfast, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge
Front desk service was stellar!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Institute

Jefferson
While there might not be top attractions in Jefferson, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Venture Lanes and Mardi Gras Casino.

Tyler Mountain
When in Tyler Mountain, you can plan a visit to Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center and Memorial Ice Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ruthdale
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Ruthdale. You might consider stopping by Southridge Center while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

West Side
If you're spending some time in West Side, Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center and Ruffner Memorial Park are top sights worth seeing.

South Hills
While visiting South Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Cox-Morton House and Sunrise Bird Sanctuary Museum.

Grosscup Road Historic District
If you're spending time in Grosscup Road Historic District, you might enjoy its casinos and river views. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences or Charleston Town Center.
Institute Travel Guide
- Shawnee Sports Complex
- Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center
- Mardi Gras Casino
- West Virginia State Capitol Building
- Southridge Center
- Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences
- Kanawha State Forest
- Laidley Field
- CAMC Memorial Hospital
- West Virginia State Museum
- Haddad Riverfront Park
- Cabin Creek Quilts
- North Charleston Recreation Center
- GoMart Ballpark
- Memorial Ice Arena
- Dunbar Park
- Cultural Center
- Drawdy Falls Roadside Park
- Spring Hill Cemetery Historic District
- Plaza East Shopping Center
- Jefferson Park
- Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve
- Nitro City Park
